inclined to

Idioms  

1. Tending or disposed toward, as in I'm inclined to give him the benefit of the doubt. [Mid-1300s]

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Example Sentences

But if there is a path to peace in Myanmar, it is certainly a very narrow one, and for now it is not a path the country's military rulers seem inclined to follow.

From BBC • Apr. 2, 2026

But his colleagues sounded more inclined to settle the constitutional question now.

From Slate • Apr. 1, 2026

As for throwing the splitter, Fleisig said, “There doesn’t seem to be any biomechanical data to say that you’re more inclined to tear your UCL.”

From The Wall Street Journal • Mar. 31, 2026

Unlike Frederiksen, Lund Poulsen is not inclined to share his life on social media.

From Barron's • Mar. 24, 2026

“You observed it, Mr. Darcy, I am sure,” said Miss Bingley; “and I am inclined to think that you would not wish to see your sister make such an exhibition.”

From "Pride and Prejudice" by Jane Austen